Jazz musician Callum Eddie is getting ready for his biggest gig yet as he graduates with a degree in medicine to play his part in tackling Covid-19.
As a member of the University’s Jazz Society and the Aberdeen University Medics Football Club, the former Harlaw Academy student has enjoyed life at university to the full. Aged 23, he will be working as a junior doctor in Aberdeen for the next two years.
Asked how he feels to be graduating at this unprecedented time, Callum said that while daunting, he feels “extremely privileged” to be in a position to help the NHS in difficult times.
“Being a doctor is all I've ever wanted to be so I am looking forward to doing what I can,” he said.
“In the last few weeks I have been in awe of the NHS. Every single person working or volunteering has been absolutely incredible, and it has been amazing to hear everyone’s support every Thursday evening too.
“The amount of work everyone has put in, and the danger people are putting themselves in on the front lines is absolutely admirable.
“I am sure my classmates would agree, the way we can contribute to the effort to tackle COVID-19 is to do literally whatever is needed. The way I see it is, we are all in this together, healthcare professionals and the general public included, and if we all continue working together as a team we will get through this.”
Reflecting on his time at the University of Aberdeen, Callum added: “First of all, I cannot believe it has been five years! The time has really flown by, and I couldn't have hoped for a better time at university. I had great teaching and great placements, and the support we have received when we’ve had any issues has been incredible.”